Weekend in Turin: top events on 9–10 May 2026

Weekend in Turin: main events (9–10 May 2026)

The second weekend of May brings a packed schedule across Turin and the metropolitan area: cultural festivals, guided visits to secret gardens, concerts, theatre shows, local fairs and family activities. Below is a concise guide to help you plan your days.

Featured events

• R1pud1a – Turin Against All Wars (Emergency festival): meetings and performances at the Mercato Centrale. (activities span 8–10 May, many on 9–10)
• Verde Svelato: guided visits and special openings of Turin's secret gardens. (9–10 May)

Concerts

• Tredici Pietro – Teatro della Concordia, Venaria Reale (9 May)
• Prog Legends – progressive rock show at Grande Teatro Valdocco (9 May)
• K-pop Warriors: Demon Hunters (tribute) – Teatro Atlantic, Borgaro Torinese (9 May)

Theatre and shows

• Beata oscenità with Gianluca Ferrato, directed by Serena Sinigaglia – Teatro Gobetti (runs until 10 May)
• I Puritani by Vincenzo Bellini – Teatro Regio (playing 6–17 May)
• Grease by Compagnia della Rancia – Teatro Alfieri (9–10 May)
• Kamikaze with Eleazaro Rossi – Teatro Colosseo (9–10 May)

Family activities

• La Cenerentola by Rossini: special Mother's Day performance and parade with Gianduja and Giacometta at Casa Gianduja (9 May)
• The Gruffalo: musical fairy tale at Teatro della Concordia, Venaria Reale (10 May)
• Egyptian Museum: free entry for all mothers (10 May)

Fairs and markets

• Fiori & Vini: floriculture show-market, crafts and street food in Carignano (8–10 May)
• Market of the Earth and Biodiversity – historic center of San Giorgio Canavese (9–10 May)
• Canestrello Festival – historic center of Vaie (10 May)
• Maggionatura in Giaveno: stalls, open mills and children’s activities; new GiaVino feature (10 May)

Sport

• TuttaDritta: running race starting from Piazza Solferino towards the Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi (10 May)

Practical tips

• Check official channels for opening times and access rules: many events require reservation or a ticket.
• Allow travel time if attending events in the province and plan extra time to reach venues.
• Public transport and parking can be busy: consider alternatives and check evening services.
• Arrive early to busy markets and performances to secure a good spot.

Location (example)

Address: Via Monte di Pietà, 10041 Carignano (TO), Italy
Coordinates: 44.9075723, 7.676068

Enjoy your weekend in Turin: pick the events that interest you most and verify details before you go.